The SoCap Improv Comedy Podcast Dissonance in Comedy
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Aug 21, 2023 Discover how dissonance captivates audiences and sparks laughter in the world of comedy. The hosts explore the psychological underpinnings of conflicting beliefs, using relatable anecdotes to illustrate cognitive dissonance in everyday life. Treat your funny bone to the idea that unexpected responses create tension, leading to hilarious moments. Dive into the intricacies of improv while unveiling the importance of surprise and relatable content in crafting memorable comedic experiences.
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What Cognitive Dissonance Feels Like
- Cognitive dissonance is the uncomfortable feeling from holding contradictory beliefs at once.
- People immediately invent excuses to resolve that tension and feel okay again.
Doomsday Cult Reframes Failure
- Ralph gives the doomsday cult example where believers reframe failure as proof of faith.
- They decide their prayers worked and the failed prophecy becomes a new justification.
Dissonance Is Comedy's Tension Engine
- Dissonance creates tension like a musical minor chord that demands resolution.
- Comedy uses that tension so the release (a punchline) produces laughter and emotional payoff.